Samantha Strable, a 26-year-old influencer who sparked international backlash after snatching a baby wombat from its mother in Australia, has now received a suspended jail sentence and probation in a Wyoming court over unrelated hunting violations, a turn that critics say raises questions about accountability and the culture of online celebrity. Strable, who is also […] The post American influencer sentenced in Wyoming as wombat video outrage follows her from Australia appeared first on American Almanac .
Samantha Strable, a 26-year-old influencer who sparked international backlash after snatching a baby wombat from its mother in Australia, has now received a suspended jail sentence and probation in a Wyoming court over unrelated hunting violations, a turn that critics say raises questions about accountability and the culture of online celebrity. Strable, who is also known online as Sam Jones, pleaded no contest in a U.S. court this week to hunting without a guide, resulting in 12 months of probation, a 180-day suspended jail sentence, and $800 in fines and court fees. Prosecutors had initially accused her of falsely claiming Wyoming residency to obtain hunting permits, but she was cleared of seven other related charges, including taking…Open
Howard Stern’s SiriusXM show will soon stream on HBO Max in a new video format, with SiriusXM confirming major lineup changes and the end of a longtime Stern channel. For the first time, Howard Stern’s live SiriusXM broadcast is being adapted into episodes for HBO Max, with new content set to launch this September. SiriusXM […] The post Howard Stern’s SiriusXM show to debut on HBO Max as new streaming deal launches appeared first on American Almanac .
Howard Stern’s SiriusXM show will soon stream on HBO Max in a new video format, with SiriusXM confirming major lineup changes and the end of a longtime Stern channel. For the first time, Howard Stern’s live SiriusXM broadcast is being adapted into episodes for HBO Max, with new content set to launch this September. SiriusXM announced that 40 cameras will record the live show’s conversations, allowing fans to watch a streamable version on HBO Max, along with periodic extras. The arrangement marks a significant expansion for Stern’s reach, moving beyond traditional satellite radio platforms and onto a major streaming service. The timeline laid out by SiriusXM points to a two-stage rollout. The new season of Stern’s SiriusXM show…Open
Dolly Parton’s estate has announced a two-day, two-country festival called Dollyfest for 2027 in Nashville and London, promising a celebration true to her wishes rather than a traditional memorial. Dolly Parton’s influence stretched far beyond country music, and now her estate is organizing a large-scale tribute that aims to honor her legacy on her own […] The post Dolly Parton’s estate plans “Dollyfest” tribute for Nashville and London in 2027 appeared first on American Almanac .
Dolly Parton’s estate has announced a two-day, two-country festival called Dollyfest for 2027 in Nashville and London, promising a celebration true to her wishes rather than a traditional memorial. Dolly Parton’s influence stretched far beyond country music, and now her estate is organizing a large-scale tribute that aims to honor her legacy on her own terms. The announcement for the event, named Dollyfest, came from her estate and longtime manager Danny Nozell. According to The Hollywood Reporter , the festival will take place at two locations, Nashville and London, sometime in 2027. The plan, as described by Nozell, was rooted in Parton’s own vision. Dollyfest was originally conceived as a celebration for Parton’s 80th…Open
Ten pupils from King Charles’s former school have helped uncover what is believed to be a 1,000-year-old Viking church beneath a newer building on the abandoned Orkney island of Swona, working alongside professional archaeologists in a hands-on dig that could shed new light on Scotland’s early Christian past. During a six-day summer trip, ten students […] The post Students from Gordonstoun uncover medieval church remains on deserted Orkney island appeared first on American Almanac .
Ten pupils from King Charles’s former school have helped uncover what is believed to be a 1,000-year-old Viking church beneath a newer building on the abandoned Orkney island of Swona, working alongside professional archaeologists in a hands-on dig that could shed new light on Scotland’s early Christian past. During a six-day summer trip, ten students from Gordonstoun School worked closely with archaeologists from the Orkney Research Centre for Archaeology (Orca) to excavate part of Swona, an island left deserted since 1974. The group, joined by housemaster Dan McLean, dug a test pit, cleared weeds, and discovered a stone step just under the surface, leading to what would have been the altar of a medieval church. Radiocarbon samples…Open
A Southwest Airlines flight turned into an impromptu marriage advice session for Denver bride-to-be Maya Lorimer when flight attendants invited passengers to share their wisdom ahead of her wedding, a display of old-fashioned community that stands out against today’s travel chaos. Earlier this month, Southwest Airlines gave passengers a break from the usual air travel […] The post Southwest Airlines passengers share marriage advice with bride-to-be on flight appeared first on American Almanac .
A Southwest Airlines flight turned into an impromptu marriage advice session for Denver bride-to-be Maya Lorimer when flight attendants invited passengers to share their wisdom ahead of her wedding, a display of old-fashioned community that stands out against today’s travel chaos. Earlier this month, Southwest Airlines gave passengers a break from the usual air travel grind by inviting them to offer marriage advice to Maya Lorimer and her fiancé, Donovan Heykoop. Flight attendants handed out branded napkins and pens, asking passengers to jot down their best tips for the soon-to-be newlyweds as Lorimer headed to her bachelorette party. “We have a young lady on this flight that is on her way to her bachelorette party,” a Southwest…Open
Norway’s new King Haakon VIII prominently included his convicted stepson, Marius Borg Høiby, in his first national address after taking the throne, a move that has fueled debate over royal accountability and public trust. King Haakon VIII addressed the Norwegian nation from the Hall of Mirrors at Oslo’s Royal Palace shortly after the death of […] The post Norway’s King Haakon VIII keeps stepson in royal spotlight after rape conviction appeared first on American Almanac .
Norway’s new King Haakon VIII prominently included his convicted stepson, Marius Borg Høiby, in his first national address after taking the throne, a move that has fueled debate over royal accountability and public trust. King Haakon VIII addressed the Norwegian nation from the Hall of Mirrors at Oslo’s Royal Palace shortly after the death of his father, Harald V. As Haakon delivered this closely watched speech, viewers could see a family portrait behind him featuring Marius Borg Høiby, his stepson recently convicted of rape, assault, and other offenses. The portrait, which shows Høiby resting his head on Haakon’s shoulder, was unmistakably placed on a cabinet in the background. The decision to display Høiby’s image during…Open
Dennis Quaid calls life in Nashville “soft” and community-driven, contrasting it with a Los Angeles he says has “gone downhill” and left taxpayers paying “for no services.” Dennis Quaid, known for roles in films like “The Parent Trap” and “Great Balls of Fire,” is making no secret of his preference for Nashville over his old […] The post Dennis Quaid praises Nashville lifestyle, criticizes Los Angeles after leaving Hollywood appeared first on American Almanac .
Dennis Quaid calls life in Nashville “soft” and community-driven, contrasting it with a Los Angeles he says has “gone downhill” and left taxpayers paying “for no services.” Dennis Quaid, known for roles in films like “The Parent Trap” and “Great Balls of Fire,” is making no secret of his preference for Nashville over his old Los Angeles stomping grounds. In a recent interview, Quaid described his “soft” new life in Tennessee, highlighting the sense of community, space, and quality of living he’s found since relocating from California in 2020. Quaid, now 72, moved to Nashville with his fourth wife, Laura Savoie, 33. He credits the city’s unique blend of urban energy and open land for his happiness. “Basically…Open
The Supreme Court voted 5-4 to let President Trump continue building his privately funded White House ballroom despite fierce legal opposition, keeping construction on track while the case plays out in lower courts. President Donald Trump’s ambitious White House ballroom is moving forward after the nation’s highest court handed his administration a narrow but crucial […] The post Supreme Court lets Trump’s White House ballroom project press on as legal fight simmers appeared first on American Almanac .
The Supreme Court voted 5-4 to let President Trump continue building his privately funded White House ballroom despite fierce legal opposition, keeping construction on track while the case plays out in lower courts. President Donald Trump’s ambitious White House ballroom is moving forward after the nation’s highest court handed his administration a narrow but crucial win. In a contentious split decision, the Supreme Court allowed construction to proceed even as preservationists and liberal justices raised alarms about the project’s legality and process. The emergency order, issued by a 5-4 majority, replaced an earlier temporary hold from Chief Justice John Roberts, who joined the liberal bloc in dissent. The order comes in the…Open
The confirmed death toll from catastrophic flooding in Nepal has surpassed 900 as the number of missing more than doubled to over 4,200, straining the country's rescue efforts and leaving officials and families desperate for answers. Flooding triggered by a glacier collapse near Nepal’s northern border with China’s Tibet region has devastated communities and left […] The post Death toll from Nepal glacier flood climbs past 900 as missing surge to over 4,200 appeared first on American Almanac .
The confirmed death toll from catastrophic flooding in Nepal has surpassed 900 as the number of missing more than doubled to over 4,200, straining the country's rescue efforts and leaving officials and families desperate for answers. Flooding triggered by a glacier collapse near Nepal’s northern border with China’s Tibet region has devastated communities and left search, rescue, and relief teams racing against time. Nepali authorities reported that 903 bodies have been recovered, and more than 4,200 remain unaccounted for after the disaster struck on Wednesday, with morgues overwhelmed and entire cities wiped out by the deluge. The scale of the catastrophe has shocked even seasoned responders. Ferrin Cole, operations director at…Open
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is set to spend up to $2 million on robot dogs that are designed to enter potentially dangerous or suspicious locations too risky for officers. NewsNation's Xavier Walton reports the latest on "Morning in America." Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
